New Delhi, Aug. 27 -- Southern India is expected to account for 36.3% of festive frontline jobs in 2026. Its share stood near 33.3% in 2024 and 35% in 2025.

The TeamLease Festive Season Workforce Report 2026 projects growth across all regions. However, percentage growth should be stronger across southern and western markets. Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai remain the South's main employment hubs.

The West's workforce share may reach 25.2% during 2026. That compares with 25.4% in 2025 and 24.1% in 2024.

Northern India's share may rise slightly from 30% to 30.3%. However, it remains below the 32.1% recorded during 2024. The East's share may fall from 9.2% to 8.2%.

Large cities are also gaining a greater share of festive employment. Tie...